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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Westchester, Ill.-- March 31, 2008 -- Bay Valley Foods is recalling 535 cases of "America's Choice® Classic Caesar Dressing" because some of the bottles produced in February 2008 have an incorrect ingredient label on the back of the bottle.

The incorrect label on the back includes ingredient and nutrition information for Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing and does not declare the presence of fish, soy and wheat. Consumers who have allergies to fish, soy and wheat run the risk of a serious or life threating allergic reaction if they consume the mislabeled product.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this alert, and there is no risk to consumers who are not allergic to fish, soy and wheat.

The recalled bottles of "America's Choice Classic Caesar Dressing" were distributed through Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company (A&P) stores including A&P, Super Fresh, Food Basics USA, and Waldbaum's in Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, and the District of Columbia.

The recalled product, "America's Choice Classic Caesar Dressing" comes in a 16 ounce plastic bottle and is marked with a "best before" date code of 02-09-09 that can be found on the back label. If the ingredient label on the back is for "Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing," consumers may return the product to the store where it was purchased for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact Bay Valley Foods Consumer Response Department at 1-800-983-0823.

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Alice Markowitz
(800) 776-2697

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Londonderry, NH -- March 28, 2008 -- Organic yogurt maker Stonyfield Farm has announced a voluntary product recall of its non-fat blueberry yogurt products.

The recall comes in response to the possibility of glass fragments in the product. Although the company believes the problem is not widespread, it is taking this precautionary measure to ensure the safety of its consumers.

Affected products would be 6-ounce Fat Free Blueberry yogurts carrying one of following product codes printed along the cup bottom that start with the following dates:

Apr 14 08
Apr 15 08
April 25 08
Apr 26 08

There are no reports of injury. People who bite into or swallow a fragment could possibly be injured, prompting this precautionary recall.

Stonyfield Farm is also advising its distribution network to remove the 6-ounce fat free blueberry yogurt from the shelves immediately. The product is sold at natural food stores and major grocery retailers nationwide.

Consumers are instructed to return opened and unopened containers to their retailers. Those returning product will be reimbursed for the full value of their purchase.

“Our first priority has always been and always will be the welfare of our consumers,” says Gary Hirshberg, Stonyfield Farm President and CE-Yo. “We are taking this voluntary step to ensure that we identify any product that does not meet our standards of quality and food safety.”

Consumers with questions should contact Stonyfield Farm Consumer Relations at 1-800-PRO-COWS, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Contact: Dan Petek
509.710.8301

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Spokane, WA -- March 28, 2008 --- Spokane Produce, Inc. of Spokane, Washington is recalling Garden Patch, Yokes, and Rosauers Classic labels of various products of fresh cut and cut fruits containing cantaloupe, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocaritis and arthritis.

Products recalled by Spokane Produce include the following items containing cut cantaloupe:
Cantaloupe Chunks and Pieces
Sizes: 5oz, 8oz., 11oz, 12oz.,16oz., 21oz, 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz. & 5 lb.
Melon Medley
Sizes: 6oz., 8oz., 11oz., 12 oz., 16oz., 23.oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz.
Mixed Melon Cantaloupe-Honeydew
Sizes: 4oz., 5oz., 8oz., 11oz., 16oz., 22oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz.
Fruit Medley
Sizes: 5oz., 8oz., 11oz., 12oz., 16oz., 23oz., 24oz., 32oz., 48oz., 64oz.
Fruit Medley with Strawberries
Sizes: 16oz., 24oz.
Mixed Melon and Fruit
Sizes: 6oz., 11oz., 16oz., 24oz.
Fruit Trays
Sizes: 40oz., 48oz., 75oz.

Products are packed in plastic cups or clamshells and distributed under the Garden Patch, Yokes, or Rosauers Classic labels. Products are coded with a “Best used by” dates up to and including 03/26/08.

The above products were distributed through retail stores in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Wyoming. Products are packed in plastic cups or clamshells and distributed under the Garden Patch, Yokes or Rosauers Classic labels.

No illnesses reported to date have been directly linked to the above-mentioned products.

The cantaloupe products were supplied from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, to Spokane Produce. This recall was initiated when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an import alert regarding cantaloupe from this grower, because, based on
current information, fruit from this company appears to be associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase. Customers with questions may contact Dan Petek of Spokane Produce at 509.710.8301.

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JARD Marketing Corp.
(978) 681-8900

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Lawrence, Massachusetts -- March 28, 2008 -- JARD Marketing, Lawrence, Massachusetts is recalling selected fresh cut fruit products which contain cantaloupe which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. On March 26, 2008, JARD marketing was requested by its supplier T. M. Kovacevich International Inc, to recall products produced with cantaloupe from Agropecuaria Montelibano. Foodservice products are packed in plastic pails or jars, and retail products are packed in plastic cups and trays. This recall affects all packs and sizes. Products under this recall were distributed in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Food Service products containing cantaloupe packed in plastic pails and jars include the following brands: Pebble Beach, Festival Of Fruit, Cornucopia Sweet, Jambo Chef, Fowler Fruit Mix, Instantwhip, Syracuse Banana and City Line Food Dist. Pails under this recall are coded with an expiration date from "Exp Apr 7, 2008" to "Exp Apr 22, 2008 or with a Julian Code of "08067" to "08082". Plastic jars under this recall are coded with an expiration date of "Exp Apr 22, 2008" to "May 7, 2008" or with a Julian Code of "08067" to "08082".

Retail products containing cantaloupe packed in plastic cups and trays include the following brands: Frosty Fresh, Fresh Hand Cut, Fruit On The Go, Highland Park, Bruegger’s Bagels, Sid Wainer & Son, Hannaford Brothers and Garden Highway Plant # P-005. Plastic cups and trays under this recall are coded with a sell by date of "3/29/08" or earlier.

Symptoms of food borne Salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. In persons with poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections.

We are unaware to date of any illnesses that may be associated with any products containing cantaloupe, sold by JARD Marketing Corp., or its distributors.

Establishments who have any of the products involved should contact their supplier for disposition instructions. Consumers with questions may contact JARD Marketing Corp. at (978) 681-8900.

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Distributor recalls dietary supplement products after reports of adverse reactions The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or consume Total Body Formula in the flavors of Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar, or Total Body Mega Formula in the Orange/Tangerine flavor. The liquid dietary supplement products may cause severe adverse reactions, including significant hair loss, muscle cramps, diarrhea, joint pain and fatigue.

The Total Body Formula products are sold in eight-ounce and 32-ounce plastic bottles. The Total Body Mega Formula is sold in 32-ounce plastic bottles. Both products are distributed by Total Body Essential Nutrition of Atlanta. The company is the sole distributor of the products and has voluntarily recalled Total Body Formula in the flavors of Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar and Total Body Mega Formula in Orange/Tangerine flavor.

The Florida Department of Health recently provided reports to the FDA on 23 individuals who experienced serious reactions to these products seven to 10 days after ingestion. In all cases, the reactions included significant hair loss, muscle cramps, diarrhea, joint pain and fatigue. The FDA subsequently learned and is investigating a report that some individuals in Tennessee using the same products have experienced similar reactions.

FDA laboratories are analyzing samples of the products to identify the cause of the reactions, including the possibility that the products contain excessive amounts of selenium, which is known to cause symptoms such as those described in the adverse events reported to the agency.

Selenium, a trace mineral, is needed only in small amounts for good health.

The products have been distributed in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

The FDA is advising consumers in all states to avoid using the products immediately and to discard the products by placing them in a trash receptacle outside of the home.

Consumers who have been taking the products and have experienced adverse reactions should consult their health care professional. Consumers and health care professionals can also report adverse events to the FDA's MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online.

The FDA is working with the Florida Department of Health in its investigation. For more information, consumers can call the FDA's toll-free Food Safety Hotline at 1-888-SAFEFOOD.

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Miles Stewart
541-773-4431

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- March 28, 2008 -- Fresh Express Foods Corporation, Inc. of Medford Oregon is voluntarily recalling cut cubed processed cantaloupe. This product was received from C.H. Robinson, supplied by Agropecuaria Montelibano, a grower in Honduras. This product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella and with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration we have recalled all of the product.

This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The recalled cut cubed cantaloupe was distributed to 2 local restaurants, 1 hospital and 1 retirement center in Medford and 1 restaurant in Klamath Fall Oregon. One grocery store, Price Less "Deli Department", in Cave Junction Oregon received cut product and all have been contacted under our food safety recall policy.

No illnesses have been reported to date, however individuals should call their healthcare professional if any of these symptoms occur.

Fresh Express Foods Corporation, Inc. has received product from a new source and will continue to supply our customers.

For more information you may contact Miles Stewart at 541-773-4431.

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Simply Fresh Fruit
(323) 586-0000
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Los Angeles, California -- March 27, 2008 --- Simply Fresh Fruit, of Los Angeles, California is recalling selected fresh cut fruit products which may contain cantaloupe which has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. On March 26, 2008, Simply Fresh was requested by its supplier, Tropifresh, Inc to recall products produced with cantaloupe from Agropecuaria Montelibano. Simply Fresh had begun to recover this product earlier, on March 24, based on a notice published By the U.S. FDA.

The products being recalled include: Simply Fresh Fruit Brand food service Fruit Mix in Syrup products dated “sell by 4 – 18 08” or earlier, food service Cantaloupe Chunks in Syrup products dated “sell by 4 – 08 8” or earlier, and retail and club store Simply Fresh, Fresh Cut Fruit Brand containing cantaloupe dated “sell by 3 – 29 8”or earlier. Retail and club store products involved were removed from sale prior to Monday, March 24. Foodservice distributors who sell their own brand, have been notified, and are recalling the products involved. Foodservice products are packed in plastic pails or jars, and retail products are packed in plastic trays.

Symptoms of food borne Salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. In persons with poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections.

We are unaware to date of any illnesses that may be associated with any products containing cantaloupe, sold by Simply Fresh Fruit, or its distributors.

Food Service establishments who have any of the products involved should contact their supplier for disposition instructions. Consumers with questions may contact Simply Fresh Fruit at (323)586-0000.

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According to a top executive with Castleberry's Food Co., he is confident that the Augusta plant will restart sometime this week.

March 10, the plant on 15th Street was shut down, when the U. S. Food and Drug Administration and U. S. Department of Agriculture found deviations in how some of the equipment was being operated.

Senior Vice President Dave Melbourne stated, "we continue to work closely with the FDA and the USDA to reinstate our operating permit at our Augusta plant and hope to resume production early this week based on our current discussions with the agencies."

According to Mr. Melbourne the latest shutdown does not involve health or safety issues.

For two months beginning in July, the plant was shut down because botulism toxin was found in cans of chili sauce. The Centers for Disease Control reported that eight people were sickened in Texas, Ohio and Indiana.

The recall involved more than 90 of the plant's products and $35 million.

Currently there are two lawsuits pending against the company by people who said they were sickened.

During a February 27 inspection of the plant, deviations in some equipment operations revealed that undercooking of the meat could have resulted. Because of underprocessing caused the botulism outbreak, federal agencies decided to revoke the permit.

Over the past two weeks, most of the facilities over 330 employees have not worked.

Mr. Melbourne stated that he has been very grateful of the patience and understanding of the employees and customers during this time.

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The attorneys of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault are assisting many victims in the class action suit against the makers of Vioxx. Please visit our web site to learn more about the types of cases that we handle.

People who think that their heart attacks or strokes were caused by the painkiller Vioxx now have another month to file the paperwork to support their claims under a settlement with the manufacturer, Merck & Co.

An outside attorney for Merck told U. S. District Judge Eldon Fallon on Tuesday that the law firm appointed to administer the claims are receiving them every day.

He said that some law firms are still working on their claims.

Merck has agreed to put the deadline off until May 1, 2008.

There are at least 49,000 that have been found to be eligible for the settlement, and more than 46,000 have sent in at least some of the required paperwork.

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After an outbreak of norovirus at an indoor water park in upstate New York, the number of people reporting illnesses is approaching 400.

According to state health officials 388 cases have been reported by people who visited the Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Water Park earlier this month.

Two people were hospitalized and since have been released according to the health officials.

Norovirus is characterized by acute gastrointestinal pain, vomiting and diarrhea lasting up to two days. The illness is not considered to be dangerous to the general public.

So far, four of the families infected have filed a lawsuit against the water park, which is located about 50 miles north of Albany.

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The personal injury law firm of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have assisted many foodborne illness victims. If you or a loved one has been a victim of food poisoning contact the law firm of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault for a free consultation to discuss what your legal options are.

Oregon health officials are urging consumers to discard certain brands of fresh cantaloupe in the wake of a salmonellosis outbreak investigation.

A major supplier of cantaloupe to the U. S. and Canada is Agropecuaria Montelibano. The product is grown in the Honduras and packaged by Angropecuria Montelibano, also known as Agrolibano.

In the middle of January, a rare strain of the disease, Salmonella Litchfield, affected consumers in the U. S. and Canada. More than 50 cases in 16 states have been confirmed, including five in Oregon and nine in Washington.

According to Dr. Willian E. Keene, an epidemiologist at the Oregon Public Health Division, "if you have any of this kind of cantaloupe at home, we recommend that you throw it out. If your cantaloupe has a sticker that says Guatemala or some other country, then it is not associated with this outbreak. If you can't tell where it came from, or if it came from Honduras, you could check with the store to see if it might be from this company."

Agrolibano distributes under many different label names.

"It is confusing, but unfortunately there isn't any magic want we can wave to tell from which field," he said. "If you are concerned about fruit that you have at home, just toss it."

The U. S. Federal Drug Administration (FDA) is working with packers and growers to pinpoint the source of contamination, but investigation may take months.

In the state of Oregon only five cases are confirmed. There have been 25 or more or have become ill. One, at least, has recovered from the illness.

In the U. S., over the years, cantaloupe and other melons have been the source of many outbreaks. It is just important to remember that once you cut into the melons, eat it right away or stick it in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Otherwise, bacteria will start multiplying on the flesh of the melon if left out.

Salmonella typically causes diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever and usually lasts less than than week. Some are at increased risk for severe illness, particularly the elderly, infants or those with auto-immunodeficiencies.

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Mike Ruff
206-625-1412

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- March 22, 2008 -- Charlie's Produce of Spokane, WA is recalling Charlie's Produce Brand Cut Cantaloupe Products, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The products recalled by Charlie's Produce Spokane include the following fruit items containing cut cantaloupe:

Retail Products:

• Cut Fruit 4 Section – 40oz
  
• Cut Cantaloupe – 24oz, 16oz, 8oz
  
• Cut Honeydew/Cantaloupe - 16oz
  
• Mixed Fruit –24oz, 16oz, 8oz
  
• Rainbow - 24oz, 16oz, 8oz
  
• Cut Fruit Tray Deli – 12', 8'
  
• Cut Fruit Tray - 76oz, 40oz 8'
  
• Grab & Go Fruit Tray - 16oz
  

• Cut Cantaloupe – 20lb, 64oz
  
• Cut Mixed Fruit – 20lb, 64oz
  

The above products containing cantaloupe were distributed in Eastern Washington, Idaho, and Montana to retail stores, delis, and foodservice institutions.

Products are branded with the Charlie's Produce name and logo, in a hard plastic clamshell, with a Use By date of 3 07 through 3 29 stamped on the bottom of the container.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

Cantaloupe used in these products may have been supplied from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, to Charlie's Produce Spokane. This recall was initiated when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an import alert regarding cantaloupe from this grower, because, based on current information, fruit from this company appears to be associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for full refund. Customers with questions may contact the company through:

Mike Ruff – Food Safety Director – 206-625-1412 Monday - Friday.

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The agency detains products from the Honduran manufacturer The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued an import alert regarding entry of cantaloupe from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, because, based on current information, fruit from this company appears to be associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada. The import alert advises FDA field offices that all cantaloupes shipped to the United States by this company are to be detained.

In addition, the FDA has contacted importers about this action and is advising U.S. grocers, food service operators, and produce processors to remove from their stock any cantaloupes from this company. The FDA also advises consumers who have recently bought cantaloupes to check with the place of purchase to determine if the fruit came from this specific grower and packer. If so, consumers should throw away the cantaloupes.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to contaminated cantaloupes, contact the law firm of Neblett, Beard & Arsenault to see what your legal rights are. To date, the FDA has received reports of 50 illnesses in 16 states and nine illnesses in Canada linked to the consumption of cantaloupes. No deaths have been reported; however, 14 people have been hospitalized. The states are Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin.

The FDA is taking this preventive measure while the agency continues to investigate this outbreak in cooperation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state partners. Such intervention is a key component of FDA’s Food Protection Plan.

Symptoms of foodborne Salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. In persons with poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections. Individuals who have recently eaten cantaloupe and experienced any of these symptoms should contact their health care professional.

The FDA recommends that consumers take the following steps to reduce the risk of contracting Salmonella or other foodborne illnesses from cantaloupes:

Purchase cantaloupes that are not bruised or damaged. If buying fresh-cut cantaloupe, be sure it is refrigerated or surrounded by ice.

After purchase, refrigerate cantaloupes promptly.

Wash hands with hot, soapy water before and after handling fresh cantaloupes.

Scrub whole cantaloupes by using a clean produce brush and cool tap water immediately before eating. Don't use soap or detergents.

Use clean cutting surfaces and utensils when cutting cantaloupes. Wash cutting boards, countertops, dishes, and utensils with hot water and soap between the preparation of raw meat, poultry, or seafood and the preparation of cantaloupe.

If there happens to be a bruised or damaged area on a cantaloupe, cut away those parts before eating it.

Leftover cut cantaloupe should be discarded if left at room temperature for more than two hours.

Use a cooler with ice or use ice gel packs when transporting or storing cantaloupes outdoors.

For more information on produce safety, please click here.

For additional information on FDA’s Import Program.

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Michael N. Kilpatric
610-727-7118

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Valley Forge, PA -- March 20, 2008 --- American Health Packaging (AHP), a subsidiary of AmerisourceBergen Corporation (NYSE:ABC), today announced a voluntary recall of 1,421 units (25 vials per unit) of 10000 USP units/ml heparin sodium injection 1ml vials as part of the broader February 29, 2008 recall of Heparin products made by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. The vials were manufactured by Baxter and then placed by AHP into individually labeled bags for use in pharmacy automation equipment. The AHP packages where sold to five hospitals in Georgia and California, all of whom were notified of the recall earlier this month. Baxter Healthcare will reimburse AHP for the recalled product.

The recalled products are APS HEPARIN 10MU/ML (10000 USP units/ml) 1ml SDV 25UD (bag) NDC # 00641-0410-25, lot numbers 074155, 073089, 073391, 073613, 070095A, 073712, 072907, 073454, 070095D and APS HEPARIN SDV 10MU (10000 USP units/ml) 1ml 25UD box
and rod) NDC # 00641-0410-25, lot numbers 070095B, 070095C, 068286, 067755. AHP instructed customers to return any and all of these product lots remaining in inventory.

This recall was initiated due to the Baxter Healthcare’s recall which stated, "…voluntary recall of Heparin Sodium Injection to include all lots of single and multi-dose vial products, due to an increase in reports of adverse patient reactions including abdominal pain, burning sensation, chest pain, diarrhea, dizziness, drug ineffectiveness, dyspepsia, dyspnia, erythema, flushing, headache, hyperhidrosis, hypoesthesia, hypotension, including profound and refractory hypotension, increased lacrimation, loss of consciousness, malaise, nausea, pallor, palpitations, paresthesia, paresthesia (oral), pharyngeal adema, restlessness, vomiting/retching, stomach discomfort, tachycardia, thirst, trismus, and unresponsiveness to stimuli. The reports of profound and refractory hypotension usually occur with the first few minutes of bolus administration."

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration. Heath care professionals with questions about the AHP packages should contact Richard J. Augustine at 1-800-707-4621. To report adverse drug events or for information on the Baxter Healthcare recall of all Heparin Sodium Injection products, please contact Baxter Healthcare at 1-800-667-0959.

About AmerisourceBergen

AmerisourceBergen is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical services companies serving the United States, Canada and selected global markets. Servicing both pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers in the pharmaceutical supply channel, the Company provides drug distribution and related services designed to reduce costs and improve patient outcomes. AmerisourceBergen's service solutions range from pharmacy automation and pharmaceutical packaging to reimbursement and pharmaceutical consulting services. With more than $66 billion in annual revenue, AmerisourceBergen is headquartered in Valley Forge, PA, and employs more than 11,500 people. AmerisourceBergen is ranked #29 on the Fortune 500 list. For more information, visit their web site.

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